Who?
True or False
Erikson agreed with Freud that development is guided by sexual energy.
False
He argued that social relationships and cultural context — not sexual energy — are the primary drivers of personality development.
True or False
Erikson's theories state that development ends in childhood
False
Erik Erikson’s eight-stage model shows that development is not confined to childhood — each stage builds on the previous one, and unresolved conflicts in earlier stages can influence later life challenges
True or False:
Knowing about psychosocial development equips adults to navigate life’s transitions with greater insight
True
At what age range is the concepts of trust and mistrust most important?
Birth to 18 months
Which country is the largest in the world?
Russia
True or False:
Erikson's theories remained inside the broader psychoanalytic framework of his time.
False
He accepted the broad psychoanalytic framework but pushed well beyond it, arguing that social relationships and cultural context — not sexual energy — are the primary drivers of personality development.
True or False
Unresolved conflicts can negatively affect later stages.
True
Erik Erikson’s eight-stage model shows that development is not confined to childhood — each stage builds on the previous one, and unresolved conflicts in earlier stages can influence later life challenges
True or False:
Knowledge about human development can help you be a better parent.
True
Adults in roles such as parents, educators, or counselors can apply psychosocial insights to guide others through developmental milestones. For example, understanding the impact of early trust or autonomy can inform parenting or mentoring strategies.
What is the key developmental focus in adolescents?
Forming a coherent sense of self, values, and commitments.
Identity vs Role Confusion
What was the first animal to ever be cloned?
A sheep
What is the Name of the psychologist who developed the 8 stage model discussed in the presentation?
Erik Erikson
True or False:
Each stage produces a psychological strength that contributes to overall well-being.
True
Each stage produces a psychological strength that contributes to overall well-being, such as hope, will, purpose, competence, fidelity, love, care, and wisdom.
How can knowledge about development impact personal growth as an adult?
Adults can identify the psychosocial crises they face — such as intimacy vs. isolation in early adulthood or generativity vs. stagnation in midlife — and take steps to resolve them constructively. This awareness helps in making informed decisions about relationships, careers, and personal growth.
At what developmental stage are individuals focused on contributing to and investing in the next generation?
Middle Adulthood
What is the only food that can never go bad?
Honey
Who did Erikson study under in Vienna before immigrating to the United States?
Ana Freud- Sigmund Freuds daughter
How many stages are there in Erikson's developmental model?
8
How does knowledge about development impact relationships and intimacy?
Psychosocial development emphasizes that trust, identity, and social connections are central to healthy growth. Knowing these principles can improve communication, empathy, and conflict resolution in personal and professional relationships.
What conflict is central to young adulthood?
Intimacy vs Isolation
Building genuine closeness through committed bonds.
Leonardo da Vinci's “Mona Lisa” hangs in what museum?
The Louvre Museum in Paris
What term was coined by Erik Erikson that has been taken on by the general public, and persists in use to this day?
Identity Crisis
What is the epigenetic principle?
The epigenetic principle holds that the eight stages unfold in a fixed, predetermined sequence — each one building on what came before. You can’t skip a stage or rearrange the order. What you can do is navigate each one more or less successfully, and those outcomes accumulate.
Name 2 of the 5 benefits of learning about the developmental model discussed in the presentation.
Recognizing and Addressing Life Challenges
Improving Relationships and Intimacy
Supporting others effectively
Enhancing self-awareness and resilience
Promoting lifelong growth
What are the 3 conflicts seen in adulthood in chronological order?
Intimacy vs Isolation
Generativity vs Stagnation
Ego Integrity vs Despair
Relative to the internet, what does “URL” stand for?
Uniform resource locator